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Doritos Taco Salad

This Doritos Taco Salad is crunchy, flavorful, and super satisfying! A perfect mix of seasoned beef, fresh veggies, cheddar, and crispy nacho cheese chips.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Keyword: Beef, Doritos, Easy, Quick, Salad, Taco
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips slightly crushed (such as Doritos)
  • 1/2 cup light salad dressing pick your favorite

Instructions

  • Heat your skillet over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until it’s browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed to keep it light.
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the cooked beef. Pour in the 1/2 cup water and stir well to combine. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the water reduces slightly and the beef is coated in a flavorful taco sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • While the beef is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and dice the tomato. Place them in your mixing bowl along with the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Add the slightly crushed nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips to the bowl. These provide the signature crunch and cheesy flavor that make this salad irresistible.
  • Add the warm seasoned beef on top of the salad ingredients. Drizzle with your preferred light salad dressing. Toss gently to combine everything without breaking up the chips too much.
  • Serve your Doritos Taco Salad right away for the best texture and flavor. The chips stay delightfully crunchy and the beef remains warm, creating the perfect balance in every bite.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Salad Tongs
  • Large spoon

Notes

  • Store cooked beef and salad ingredients separately to keep chips crunchy and salad fresh.
  • Swap ground beef with turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat for variation.
  • Use your favorite light dressing like ranch, cilantro lime, or avocado for extra flavor.